The Russian Khmeimim airbase in the Syrian province of Latakia continues to operate despite the overthrow of the Assad regime.

This was reported by Urich, a Middle East observer, on his Telegram channel “Middle East in Ukrainian”.

The new Syrian government used a drone to conduct reconnaissance of the Bassel al-Assad International Airport, which houses the air base.

According to the released footage, Su-24 frontline bombers, Su-34 fighter-bombers, and Su-30/35 fighters remain at the airbase.

In addition, military transport aircraft An-72, An-26, and Il-76 are stationed at the airbase.

Khmeimim also has helicopters, including Ka-52 attack and Mi-8/17 multipurpose helicopters.

Armored vehicles, including the rather rare KamAZ-43269, can be seen on the territory of the airfield.

A large number of chaotically parked vehicles may signal that the airbase is a gathering point for Assad regime supporters and airbase personnel among civilians wishing to evacuate.

It is known, in particular from Russian propagandists, that the civilian sector of the airfield is already under the control of the new Syrian government.

Russian propagandist Ilya Tumanov (Fighterbomber) claimed that both the crews and the aircraft themselves, capable of flying to Russia independently, are prepared for departure.

The government of the Russian Federation states tgat it is negotiating with the new Syrian government to maintain Russian bases in the country, but the outcome of such negotiations remains unpredictable.

In addition to the Khmeimim airbase, Russia has a naval base in Tartus.